Jeddah: The 2026 Spanish Super Cup is set to begin tomorrow evening at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, organized by the Ministry of Sport, featuring four of Spain's top football clubs.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the tournament will see Barcelona, champions of the Spanish League and the King's Cup for the 2024-2025 season, competing against Real Madrid, the runners-up in both competitions. Atletico Madrid, which finished third in the Spanish League, and Athletic Bilbao, which placed fourth, will also participate. The competition adopts a knockout format, with Barcelona facing Athletic Bilbao in the opening match. The second semi-final will occur on Thursday, featuring a Real Madrid versus Atletico Madrid derby to decide the second finalist. The final match is scheduled for Sunday.
The event is expected to draw large crowds and garner extensive media coverage locally, regionally, and internationally. Matches will be broadcast live through global channels and platforms, engaging fans worldwide. Hosting this event underscores the Kingdom's status as a destination for major sporting events and aligns with national objectives.